MetroPCS to Launch Dual-Mode Samsung CDMA/LTE Handset, Selects Ericsson as Network Partner
MetroPCS has announced that it has selected Samsung to supply its first dual-mode CDMA/LTE handset (a smartphone) along with Ericsson as its networtk infrastructure partner for its forthcoming LTE network, with the metropolitan market launch for the new network and handset expected in late 2010.
UMW190 USB Modem for Verizon Revealed
Image courtesy of PhoneArena The first images and information have surfaced regarding the Verizon Wireless UMW190 USB modem expected to be released later this quarter. The modem features dual-band EVDO Rev. A for domestic use and quadband GSM/EDGE/triband HSPA access on Vodafone partner networks for international roaming with the included SIM card along with an […]
CDG Announces New CDMA Standards
The 3GPP2 working group and CDG have announced two new CDMA standards for future CDMA devices and current networks. The first standard in CDMA 1x Advanced consists of a backend software and channel card upgrade that is claimed to nearly quadruple voice call capacity from current totals when all of the improvements such as base […]
Boost Mobile Aligns CDMA Unlimited Service with iDEN Unlimited
Boost Mobile has announced in a press release that it will make sweeping changes to the Unlimited by Boost regional CDMA cellular service available in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas in order to align it with the iDEN Unlimited service. First, Boost has eliminated the […]
Best Buy Offering Compaq Netbook for 99 Cents or $199.99 After New 2 Year Agreement
In a bid to continue the success of the prior HP netbook promotion, Best Buy is now offering the Compaq Mini 110c-1040DX netbook for an almost unbelievable 99 cents after new Sprint mobile broadband service agreement, or $199.99 when purchased and activated with Verizon or AT&T mobile broadband service. The laptop itself features a 16GB […]
First Verizon Pantech Escapade Images and Details Surface
The first images and details have surfaced regarding an as yet unannounced clamshell destined for Verizon Wireless. Images courtesy of PhoneArena. The Pantech WP8990VW Escapade is a mid-range clamshell with international roaming capability in the vein of the venerable Samsung Renown. Preliminary features include a 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, QVGA internal display, dual-mode […]
US Cellular Launches LG Tritan
Following up on the Alltel launch, U.S. Cellular has launched its version of the LG Tritan messaging and multimedia-oriented device. The phone features a 3-inch WQVGA resolution sliding touchscreen display, QWERTY keyboard, EVDO Rev. A data access, microSDHC expansion slot, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, 3.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, HTML browser, GPS support […]
Sprint Announces BlackBerry Tour
Following the Verizon announcement, Sprint has also announced the forthcoming launch of the BlackBerry Tour smartphone. The device will feature CDMA EVDO Rev. A access for domestic use while the Sprint version will offer international 3G access with it being unlocked to facilitate multiple carrier SIMs for the lowest cost along with quadband GSM/EDGE access. […]
Samsung Announces Omnia II, Verizon Wireless to Launch Variant
Samsung has officially announced the successor to the Omnia Windows Mobile device in the Omnia II. The Omnia II features Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional,triband HSPA, a 3.7-inch AMOLED display at WVGA resolution, TouchWiz 2.0 with 3D effects, and Advanced R Touch technology for more accurate touch response. Multimedia features include 480p video recording/playback, and Wi-Fi […]
Sprint Offers $40 Mobile Broadband Plan… To Some
Sprint today has announced a new Mobile Broadband plan, aimed at lighter data users. The plan aims to match the $39.99 plan recently released by Verizon Wireless. Verizon offers a $39.99 plan that was at 50 MB, but increased that to 250 MB upon the launch of their variant of the HP Mini netbook. The […]